I currently help my mother take care of her West Highland White Terrier. I have my own black house cat that I take care of also. When I walk any dog I let them take the time they need to relax and enjoy their time outside. I treat them as I would like to be treated if I were a dog. I let them take the time to smell the roses, enjoy the fresh air, exercise at their own pace; brisk walk, natural walk, or slow. - a lot depends on your dogs age, health, habits, and disposition (what they like). My work ethic requires time and consideration for your dog's needs in any required activity (i.e., walking, grooming, communication, clean-up, nourishment, etc.) I talk to the dogs, and whereas they may or may not understand the words I am saying, I feel that they understand body language, voice tone, love, and attention.